Integrative approach to Depression (Integrative Approach)
Depression has significant nutritional, inflammatory, and metabolic components that are often undertreated in conventional care. Integrative protocols address omega-3 status, methylation, gut-brain axis, and micronutrient deficiencies alongside standard treatment.
Evidence highlight
High-EPA omega-3 (≥1g EPA/day) has Grade A evidence as adjunctive therapy for depression, with effect sizes comparable to antidepressants in EPA-dominant formulations.
Commonly used supplements
- EPA/DHA (high-dose omega-3)
- Saffron extract
- L-methylfolate (5-MTHF)
- Zinc
- Magnesium glycinate
- Vitamin D
- SAMe
- B-complex
Key interaction flags
SAMe + SSRIs/SNRIs (serotonin syndrome risk)
5-HTP + antidepressants
St. Johns Wort + any antidepressant (contraindicated)
High-dose omega-3 + anticoagulants
Labs to consider
Clinical note
MTHFR variants affect methylfolate production and antidepressant response. L-methylfolate (not folic acid) is the active form that crosses the blood-brain barrier — an important distinction when supporting patients on SSRIs.
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